### **Solved Exercise from the Given Text**
#### **Multiple-Choice Questions:**
1. **The Arabian Peninsula lies in:**
- **Answer:** (b) Asia
2. **Who was the first person to convert to Islam?**
- **Answer:** (c) Hazrat Khadija ()رضی اللہ عنہا
3. **______ controlled significant trade routes all over the Arabian Peninsula before Islam.**
- **Answer:** (b) Nabateans
4. **The first migration by the persecuted Muslims of Makkah was to ______.**
- **Answer:** (c) Abyssinia
5. **The bonds of brotherhood were strong between the ______ of Yathrib, and the al-
Muhajireen.**
- **Answer:** (b) Al-Ansar
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#### **Short and Long Answer Questions:**
2. **Explain how the Nabateans managed to control the trade routes across Arabia.**
- The Nabateans controlled trade routes by establishing strategic cities along key caravan
paths, such as Petra. They mastered water conservation techniques, built strong trade
networks, and levied taxes on traders passing through their territory.
3. **Suggest some reasons why Makkah became an important trading city.**
- Makkah was located at the crossroads of major trade routes.
- It had the Kaaba, attracting religious pilgrims and boosting trade.
- The Quraysh tribe managed trade agreements, ensuring safe commerce.
- It had well-established markets like "Souq Okaz" for trading goods.
4. **Write a brief account of the early life of The Last Holy Rasool Hazrat Muhammad ()ﷺ.**
- Hazrat Muhammad ( )ﷺwas born in **571 CE** in the respected Quraysh tribe of Makkah.
- He was orphaned at a young age and raised by his grandfather and uncle.
- He was known for his honesty and was called "Al-Ameen" (The Trustworthy).
- He worked as a merchant and later married Hazrat Khadija ()رضی اللہ عنہا.
- At the age of 40, he received the first revelation from Allah through Angel Jibrael (AS).
5. **Give three reasons why The Last Holy Rasool Hazrat Muhammad ( )ﷺwas successful in
spreading his message.**
- His **honesty and noble character** attracted people to his teachings.
- His message of **monotheism and social justice** appealed to the oppressed.
- His **patience and perseverance** against opposition gained many followers.
6. **Explain why The Last Holy Rasool Hazrat Muhammad (’)ﷺs message angered the elite of
Makkah, focusing on why they created hardships for the early Muslims.**
- The Makkah elite profited from idol worship at the Kaaba and saw Islam as a threat.
- Islam preached **equality**, challenging the power of the Quraysh leaders.
- The leaders feared losing control over trade and religious influence.
- Due to this, they **boycotted** and persecuted early Muslims.
7. **Explain why The Last Holy Rasool Hazrat Muhammad (’)ﷺs farewell sermon is considered
so important to Muslims.**
- It emphasized **human equality**, rejecting racism and class discrimination.
- It outlined **the rights and responsibilities** of Muslims.
- It reinforced the importance of **Qur'an and Sunnah** as guidance.
8. **Why was the bond between the al-Muhajireen and al-Ansar so remarkable?**
- The **Ansar of Madinah welcomed the Muhajireen**, providing them with shelter and wealth.
- They treated them **like family**, showing extreme generosity.
- This bond symbolized **Islamic brotherhood and selflessness**.
9. **What was so special about how The Last Holy Rasool Hazrat Muhammad ( )ﷺconquered
Makkah?**
- He conquered Makkah in **630 CE** without bloodshed.
- He **forgave his enemies**, showing mercy instead of revenge.
- He purified the Kaaba by removing idols, restoring monotheism.
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### **Activities:**
1. **Make a PowerPoint presentation on Pre-Islamic Arabia vs. Islamic Arabia.**
- Compare social, religious, and cultural changes before and after Islam.
- Highlight the reforms introduced by The Last Holy Rasool Hazrat Muhammad ()ﷺ.
2. **Write a short biography of The Last Holy Rasool Hazrat Muhammad ()ﷺ.**
- Include key events from his birth, prophethood, migration, and major battles.
- Explain why he is considered the greatest human being.
